Product Specification
| Particulars | Details |
| Product Name | Acerbo Fungicide |
| Brand Name | Bayer CropScience |
| Technical Composition | Fluopyram 21.37% + Trifloxystrobin 21.37% w/w SC |
| Formulation Type | SC (Suspension Concentrate) |
| Category | Broad-Spectrum Systemic and Mesostemic Fungicide |
| Toxicity (Color Triangle) | Blue Triangle (Moderately Hazardous / Class III) |
| Chemical / Biological Group | Pyridine-carboxamide + Strobilurin (QoI) Group |
| Targeted Diseases (Crop Wise) |
Rice: Sheath Blight, Leaf & Neck Blast Chilli: Powdery Mildew, Fruit Rot / Anthracnose Onion: Purple Blotch Apple: Scab, Powdery Mildew |
| Suitable Crops | Rice, Chilli, Onion, Apple |
| Recommended Dosage (Crop Wise) |
Rice: 500 – 600 ml/ha Chilli: 300 – 400 ml/ha Onion: 150 – 200 ml per acre (approx. 375–500 ml/ha) Apple: 1.0 – 1.5 ml per litre of water |
| Water Requirement per Acre | 200 Litres per acre for uniform foliar spray coverage |
| Recommended Crop Stage | Applied preventively or at the early onset of disease / active vegetative growth |
| Type of Action | Systemic with translaminar and protective-cum-curative action |
| Mode of Action | Fluopyram disrupts fungal energy production by inhibiting succinate dehydrogenase (SDHI), while Trifloxystrobin blocks mitochondrial electron transport (QoI), jointly halting fungal respiration, spore germination, and mycelial growth. |
| Method of Application | Foliar Spray (mix the required amount thoroughly in clean water and spray uniformly over the crop canopy) |
| Compatibility | Compatible with commonly used agricultural insecticides, fungicides, and nutrients |
| Waiting Period (PHI) |
Chilli: 5 days Onion: 30 days Rice: 32 days |
| Available Pack Sizes | 60 ml, 100 ml, 200 ml, 500 ml |
Product Description
Acerbo is an advanced broad-spectrum dual-action fungicide manufactured by Bayer CropScience, combining Fluopyram 21.37% + Trifloxystrobin 21.37% SC. It provides a powerful combination of SDHI and Strobilurin chemistry to manage stubborn fungal pathogens across key crops including rice, chilli, and onion. Its robust translaminar movement ensures complete leaf penetration, offering deep-seated internal defense and long-lasting protection.
Key Features
- Formulated with Fluopyram 21.37% and Trifloxystrobin 21.37% in an advanced Suspension Concentrate (SC) format.
- Combines SDHI and QoI active modes to combat resistant fungal strains effectively.
- Exceptional translaminar distribution ensuring complete coverage on both leaf surfaces.
- Superior rain-fastness property protecting the crop under unpredictable weather conditions.
- Delivers a healthy phytotonic effect, enhancing overall crop vigor and harvest quality.
Key Benefits
- Advanced Dual-Action Control: Integrates preventive and curative properties to suppress diverse fungal complexes.
- Deep Tissue Penetration: Absorbed rapidly into plant leaves to eliminate hidden or developing infections.
- Extended Residual Persistence: Provides long protection windows to minimize application frequency.
- Resistance Management: Multi-site metabolic disruption serves as an effective tool for anti-resistance strategies.
- Yield & Quality Protection: Safeguards marketable produce from destructive diseases like blast, mildew, purple blotch, and fruit rot.
Safety Precautions
- Wear protective equipment (PPE) like gloves and goggles during handling.
- Avoid breathing spray mists and prevent contact with skin and eyes.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke while spraying the product.
- Store safely in original sealed containers away from children and feed.
- Wash thoroughly with soap and water immediately after application.
Disclaimer: Product information is provided for reference purposes only. Always read and follow the instructions, dosage recommendations, waiting periods, and safety precautions printed on the product label and accompanying leaflet before use.
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